Hong Kong is a city of many firsts. The world’s first airport opened here in 1873, and the first subway was opened two years later in 1908. Now, the city is a global hub for technology and innovation, and its residents continue to push boundaries in all fields. These innovative spirits have earned the city a number of awards and accolades over the years, including the World Cities Summit Innovation Prize, which was awarded to the metro system’s HK$10 billion MTR Line project in 2021.

Hongkong Prize

The hk prize is an award given to individuals and organisations that have shown outstanding achievement in the field of science and technology. It is the result of a joint effort by the Academy of Sciences of the Chinese University of Hong Kong and the HK Science and Technology Parks Corporation, and is one of the most prestigious science prizes in Asia. The prize was established in 2002 by philanthropist Run Run Shaw, who wanted to recognise scientists whose discoveries had significantly influenced the course of human history. It is awarded in three categories: astronomy, life science and medicine, and mathematical sciences.

To ensure the fairness of the draw, a number of measures are put in place. For example, employees from HKJC’s security and customer service departments are involved in the process, and all materials used for the draw are subject to strict inspection and testing. The balls are also weighed and examined by X-rays on a regular basis, and the same set of balls is not used for two consecutive draws.

The hk prize is an important part of the ICAS Book Prize family. It aims to reward the best research on Hong Kong in any discipline, and it is open to both scholars and students from all disciplines who have published a significant book that makes an original contribution to the study of Hong Kong. In addition to the monetary prize, the winner will also be offered the opportunity to present their work to key stakeholders in the development sector. Click here to find out more.